Honey (2013)
Director
Valeria Golino
Main cast
Jasmine Trinca; Carlo Cecchi; Libero De Rienzo; Vinicio Marchioni; Iaia Forte
Genres
Drama
Description
Irene, nicknamed 'Honey', has devote herself to people looking for help, and tries to alleviate their suffering even when they make extreme decisions. One day she has to cope with Grimaldi and his invisible malaise.
Valeria Golino
Main cast
Jasmine Trinca; Carlo Cecchi; Libero De Rienzo; Vinicio Marchioni; Iaia Forte
Genres
Drama
Description
Irene, nicknamed 'Honey', has devote herself to people looking for help, and tries to alleviate their suffering even when they make extreme decisions. One day she has to cope with Grimaldi and his invisible malaise.
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